HS-ESS3-5: Analyze geoscience data and the results from global climate models to make an evidence-based forecast of the current rate of global or regional climate change and associated future impacts to Earth systems.
Coastal Connecticut is highly vulnerable to sea-level rise and severe storms (Nor'easters). Vital infrastructure, such as the Metro-North commuter rail line and densely populated coastal neighborhoods, sit just above current sea levels.
- The Model: This simulation forecasts impacts from 2025 to 2100. It combines slow, steady sea-level rise with random, acute storm surges.
- Your Task: Act as a regional planner. Test different mitigation strategies against various climate emission scenarios. Analyze the trade-offs between upfront costs, long-term maintenance, and catastrophic damage costs.